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Rundtour von Mechernich auf der Eifel-Höhen-Route – Traumrouten in Europa

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Rundtour von Mechernich auf der Eifel-Höhen-Route – Traumrouten in Europa

Jakob Pankratz planned a bike ride

July 4, 2022

Rundtour von Mechernich auf der Eifel-Höhen-Route – Traumrouten in Europa

Hard

05:36

74.5km

13.3km/h

960m

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.5 km

View of the Urft River in Gemünd

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A bridge crosses the Urft in front of Gemünd's old town. Here you have a wonderful view of the community and the river, you can treat yourself to a refreshment and listen to the rushing water.

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34.4 km

Eiserbach Dam

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At this point you cross the Eiserbachdamm near Rurberg, which dams the water of the small Eiserbach tributary. You have a great view of the reservoir on one side and the Rursee on the other.

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51.5 km

Schwammenauel Dam

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The dam is located on the Rursee near Heimbach and Hasenfeld. This view of the water and the surrounding area is simply wonderful at any time of year.

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53.4 km

Heimbach Art Nouveau Hydroelectric Power Station

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The hydropower plant from 1905 draws its water from the Urft Dam and was once the largest storage hydropower plant in Europe. The power plant building is now a listed building and can be viewed on guided tours.

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56.7 km

Heimbach Castle and the Violinist Statue

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Heimbach is a place directly on the Rur and only a few meters from the Rursee. The place impresses with its historic city center. Small cafes, restaurants and shops complete …

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74.5 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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35.8 km

18.0 km

11.3 km

7.13 km

2.10 km

235 m

Surfaces

32.5 km

19.6 km

13.0 km

4.01 km

3.45 km

1.91 km

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Rundtour von Mechernich auf der Eifel-Höhen-Route – Traumrouten in Europa

View of the Urft River in Gemünd

Eiserbach Dam

Schwammenauel Dam

Heimbach Art Nouveau Hydroelectric Power Station

Heimbach Castle and the Violinist Statue

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